音标:['kɔ:təraɪz] ;
vt.& vi. (用腐蚀性物质或烙铁)烧灼以消毒
v burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent
v make insensitive or callous; deaden feelings or morals

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